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Forum: Main
05-08-2012, 08:08 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 12,408
Posted By velvor

I have always quilted my own be it crib size or...

I have always quilted my own be it crib size or large queen. I have this inexplicable feeling that I need to do every stitch otherwise I can't call it mine. I will continue to do my own quilting on...
Forum: Main
04-09-2012, 07:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,347
Posted By velvor

I only pre-wash fabrics that are going into a...

I only pre-wash fabrics that are going into a baby quilt. This way I can guarantee that it is washable and all the added chemicals are removed. For my own quilts I like the "wrinkled" look when I...
Forum: Main
04-09-2012, 06:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,771
Posted By velvor

Wonderful stuff!! They are well worth the agony....

Wonderful stuff!! They are well worth the agony. Keep going, I love your colors.
Forum: Main
03-22-2012, 07:26 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 7,775
Posted By velvor

I vote for the one on the right. I just feel...

I vote for the one on the right. I just
feel it draws attention to the beautiful blocks within the body of the quilt. I would love to see what you decide.
Forum: Main
03-22-2012, 07:18 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,109
Posted By velvor

I do that all the time! Doodle on the graph...

I do that all the time! Doodle on the graph paper and then figure out how to make it all fit. No need for complicated math, just decide what dimensions the finished quilt will be and then work...
Forum: Main
11-17-2011, 07:40 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 11,122
Posted By velvor

I always "set" my seams, just looks tidier! It...

I always "set" my seams, just looks tidier! It has become second nature to put the iron on when I switch my machine on.
Forum: Main
11-10-2011, 08:01 PM
Replies: 474
Views: 39,700
Posted By velvor

Smile Thanks to Patrice and everyone else who work so...

Thanks to Patrice and everyone else who
work so hard to keep the board up to
date. We all have to change from time
to time if we want to remain relevant. Yes,
I personally absolutely abhor...
Forum: Main
05-17-2011, 08:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,090
Posted By velvor

Yes, this is how I do it too! Another use for...

Yes, this is how I do it too! Another use for good old duct tape! I find that the more I smooth the layers and use lots of tape it all works out very well. (Now, I just need to get up from the...
Forum: Main
05-17-2011, 07:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 633
Posted By velvor

Congratulations on finishing it! I found the...

Congratulations on finishing it! I found the easiest way was Stitch in the Ditch following the diagonal seams,
(there are photos posted in the photo section). I used a regular Bernina sewing...
Forum: Main
04-28-2011, 04:06 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 9,736
Posted By velvor

I use a white or pink water soluble pencil, can...

I use a white or pink water soluble pencil, can be removed when you wash the finished work or just spritz with water and a light wipe with a small piece of batting. I find the chalk markers of all...
Forum: Main
04-28-2011, 03:54 PM
Replies: 1,070
Views: 66,200
Posted By velvor

67, been sewing since I was 8, but I have always...

67, been sewing since I was 8, but I have always been accused of not acting my age. My 38 year old DD doesn't sew but my 42 year old DS does and my 7 year old DGD has made her first quilt.
This...
Forum: Main
04-14-2011, 07:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,371
Posted By velvor

The colors would be a perfect match too, got to...

The colors would be a perfect match too, got to find a coupe of mirrors!
Forum: Main
04-14-2011, 07:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,371
Posted By velvor

I don't know if anyone else has already though of...

I don't know if anyone else has already though of this but being nearer 70 than 60 years old I was pretty happy that my brain still likes to work!

Rather than constructing at least 4 trial squares...
Forum: Tutorials
04-14-2011, 06:26 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,680
Posted By velvor

Thank you for sharing. I have used interfscing...

Thank you for sharing. I have used interfscing for a lone star quilt but I never thought of using the "square" interfacing for a water color quilt. Worth trying.
Forum: Main
04-14-2011, 06:21 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 7,064
Posted By velvor

YEAH....another WASHING fanatic like...

YEAH....another WASHING fanatic like me....thought I was a rare breed...glad you joined us for my other great group![/quote]

I try not to buy anything less than a yard or so. I pre-wash...
Forum: Main
04-14-2011, 05:55 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,728
Posted By velvor

A multi-yard length of fabric that I absolutely...

A multi-yard length of fabric that I absolutely love is a beautiful sight! I will cut into it when I need to.
Forum: Main
04-14-2011, 05:51 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 25,088
Posted By velvor

Other folks tips are always welcome, we can't...

Other folks tips are always welcome, we can't possibly think of all these things for ourselves. :thumbup:
Forum: Pictures
04-13-2011, 12:46 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 8,003
Posted By velvor

That's a new take on the Lone Star.. love it.

That's a new take on the Lone Star.. love it.
Forum: Pictures
04-13-2011, 12:43 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 26,085
Posted By velvor

Lovely! 10 minute block eh? Have to give that...

Lovely! 10 minute block eh? Have to give that one a try. I love the colors you chose, the quilting really sets off the border.
Forum: Pictures
04-10-2011, 07:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,186
Posted By velvor

Thanks, that is the one for my friend. I get to...

Thanks, that is the one for my friend. I get to keep the other ... the 'Prototype'!
Forum: Pictures
04-10-2011, 07:46 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,469
Posted By velvor

Thanks, I put it in the closet for a few months,...

Thanks, I put it in the closet for a few months, just had enough of the greens!
Forum: Pictures
04-10-2011, 07:45 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,469
Posted By velvor

Thank you, the colors were worked out for me on...

Thank you, the colors were worked out for me on the display quilt at the store. I have a husband who likes to have things exactly the same as the example in the store!!
Forum: Pictures
04-10-2011, 07:43 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,469
Posted By velvor

I encourage you to try it, take LOTS of time!!

I encourage you to try it, take LOTS of time!!
Forum: Pictures
04-10-2011, 07:42 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,469
Posted By velvor

Thank you for the encouragement. I really like...

Thank you for the encouragement. I really like it now that it is finished.
Forum: Pictures
04-10-2011, 07:41 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,469
Posted By velvor

Thank you. I used the interfacing by...

Thank you. I used the interfacing by 'QuiltSmart' called the 'Lone Star Diamond Grid' I then enlarged the whole thing to fit a queen size bed using the 'Star of Bethlehem' instructions. (I'm sorry,...
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